Director Medical Development, MRD Breast Portfolio

Abbott•San Diego, CA

1d•$149,300 - $298,700•Remote

About The Position

The Director Medical Development, MRD Breast Portfolio provides clinical and translational leadership for developing and executing precision oncology strategies, including next-generation sequencing assays and diagnostic tests for therapy selection, monitoring treatment effectiveness, and detecting residual disease in breast cancer patients. In partnership with Product and Medical Strategy teams, the role provides medical leadership for studies supporting pipeline products and product line extensions, and translates study results into evidence-based claims and medical support for new or extended tests and services. The position builds relationships with oncology leaders at academic institutions, cooperative groups, and research organizations; identifies investigators and trial sites; and initiates and leads external advisory boards. It also provides medical leadership on cross-functional teams spanning business development, research and development, pathology and clinical lab operations, biostatistics, clinical affairs, medical affairs, regulatory, market access, and commercial functions, while contributing to the broader Precision Oncology medical organization. The role can be based in Redwood City, California, San Diego, California, or be field based. The posting also identifies the location as remote in the United States, with an additional California remote location. Travel is required, listed as up to 30% in the duties and 25% in the travel field.

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. in a field related to the essential duties.
Completion of fellowship training or equivalent in medical oncology.
Demonstrated expertise in molecular oncology.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional internal and external teams working on complex, multifaceted projects.
Familiarity with laboratory analytical process development and biostatistics.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Strong analytical skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate collaboratively with internal stakeholders, senior management, external partners, customers, and key opinion leaders.
Ability to build and lead internal and external collaborations, integrate feedback professionally, prioritize work, drive results, and maintain quality and scientific rigor.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Ability to use a mobile device, tablet, or computer and perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in healthcare.
Experience in oncology in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, particularly clinical or translational research.
Experience with drug classes used in managing breast cancer patients.
Experience developing oncology therapeutics and molecular diagnostics.
Strong knowledge of FDA and ex-U.S. regulatory documentation and processes.

Responsibilities

Develop the vision and strategy for Precision Oncology products and portfolios as they apply to clinical care of breast cancer patients, in partnership with internal and cross-functional stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to expand indications for existing Precision Oncology products and develop new products within the biotech and pharmaceutical space.
Provide medical expertise to commercialization strategy and product profiles for new products and services.
Serve as a medical monitor on study teams and lead development and implementation of clinical protocols supporting product development, validation, and commercialization.
Engage medical and surgical and radiation oncology leaders to understand clinical questions and tool needs, and explain the scientific validity and clinical utility of Exact Precision Oncology products.
Be accountable for scientific presentations and publications arising from product development collaborations.
Provide oncology expertise and clinical insight to cross-functional teams throughout the lifecycle of multiomic tests and services.
Work with medical organization colleagues to improve team leadership practices, communications, team building, and the organization’s culture.
Identify biopharma partners for new product opportunities and indication expansion of existing products.
Support and comply with company Quality Management System policies and procedures, uphold company values, and maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Travel up to 30% of working time away from the work location, potentially including overnight and weekend travel.